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Millet, Panicum miliaceum, and great millet, Sorghum bicolor
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Millet, Panicum miliaceum, and great millet, Sorghum bicolor
Millet, Panicum miliaceum, and great millet, Sorghum bicolor. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557. This from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of illustrations only, with captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and in English manuscript
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Adam Bicolor Captions Edition Herb Herbal Indicum Krauterbuch Latin Lonicer Millet Panicum Pirate Woodblock Woodcut Sorghum
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This exquisite handcoloured woodblock engraving is a botanical illustration of Millet, Panicum miliaceum, and Great Millet, Sorghum bicolor, taken from the renowned herbal publication, "Krauterbuch" or "Herbal" by Adam Lonicer, published in Frankfurt in 1557. This illustration is from a 17th century pirate edition or atlas of the original work, which includes captions in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, and English manuscript. Millet, Panicum miliaceum, is a small annual plant that belongs to the grass family, Poaceae. It is an important food source for humans and animals, particularly in Africa and Asia. The plant produces small, round, and white or yellowish grains, which are rich in nutrients such as protein, iron, and B vitamins. Millet was widely used in ancient civilizations, including Egypt and China, and continues to be a staple food in many parts of the world today. Great Millet, Sorghum bicolor, is also known as sorghum or millet sorghum. It is a larger plant than millet, with tall stems and large grains. It is native to Africa and is widely cultivated for food, animal feed, and industrial uses such as bioethanol production. The grains are rich in carbohydrates, protein, and fiber, making it an essential food source in many developing countries. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this woodblock engraving showcase the beauty and complexity of these two important millet species. The Latin and other language captions provide historical context and scientific information about the plants, making this illustration a valuable resource for botanical and medical research. The pirate edition of the "Herbal" further adds to its historical significance, as it demonstrates the widespread dissemination and adaptation of knowledge during the early modern period.
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